Debbie Merril, "Instructor to the Stars" Presents Her New Video "Learn to In-Line Skate To Look and Feel Great At Any Age"

Dynamic international skating star and IISA-certified skating instructor Debbie Merrill, creator of the exciting new video, Learn to In-Line Skate To Look and Feel Great At Any Age" (60 minutes,VHS, $29.95) promises that her fun-filled, easy-to-learn Merrill Magic Program will enable viewers to teach themselves to skate, whether or not they have ever before engaged in the sport.

(PRWEB) May 23, 2004 -- Dynamic international skating star and IISA-certified skating instructor Debbie Merrill, creator of the exciting new video, Learn to In-Line Skate To Look and Feel Great At Any Age" (60 minutes,VHS, $29.95) promises that her fun-filled, easy-to-learn Merrill Magic Program will enable viewers to teach themselves to skate, whether or not they have ever before engaged in the sport. Her program is a delightful entrιe into the exciting world of in-line skating, the recreational exercise/sport that has overtaken the country.

Debbie Merrills unique method of teaching at her successful Skate Great USA School of Skating in Santa Monica, California has helped to popularize in-line skating and has propelled her to a position of prominence in the sport. The thousands of students who have attended her school have praised her for creating for them an unforgettable life experience, embodying fun, inspiration, motivation, and health & fitness. An international figure skating star, typifying beauty of both body and mind, Debbie has also established herself as Instructor to the Stars", with a roster of acclaimed personalities that includes Melanie Griffith, Steve Martin, former NYPD Blue star Kim Delaney, former Los Angeles mayor Richard Riordan, and many more, all who enthusiastically praise her talent.

Learn to In-Line Skate" highlights Debbies unique skills and drills within her Merrill Magic routines, all of which encompass a series of simple, well-choreographed practice moves that will trick" your body into a safe, fun, and easy way to skate. In just one hour with the Merrill Magic Program you will feel a surge of strength and a sense of confidence and control within your body. You will take your mind off your fears, freeing your body to skate effortlessly and easily. The Merrill Magic Program is just what you need to acquire the necessary skills to join the millions of men and women who now enjoy the benefits of the free moving in-line skating experience! As Debbie says, If you dont believe in miracles, Ill make you one. Youll fake it till you make it."

Learn to In-Line Skate" is an extremely comprehensive video that covers every aspect of the in-line skating experience, including the following:
• Stretch and warm-up exercises
• Proper use of safety equipment
• Learning safe falling techniques
• How to maintain control and confidence
• The importance of arm movements
• Body alignment and awareness
• Three methods of stopping (including the famous Debbie Stop")
• Mastering turns
• Specific skills and drills designed to teach an easy, smooth flowing glide with proper use of your skates edges
• Three Merrill Magic routines
   
In addition to all the technical skills that youll learn, watching this video has many additional benefits. You can start to teach yourself to skate in your own living room without skates until you gain more confidence, giving yourself a great head start for when you put on skates or take a lesson for the first time. And, in-line skating is a great family activity that you can do with your children or friends. Because it is so much fun, youll want to skate longer, making it a great calorie burner for weight loss and firm body toning. If youre over 40, in-line skating is great for strengthening bones (with no impact, strain, or torque on muscles and joints) and improving posture, making you look and feel younger and more active. An overall sense of well being is one of the biggest bonuses derived from the fun, exhilarating in-line skating experience!

Captivating in her skating garb, Debbie Merrill has appeared live on Broadway, at the Hollywood Bowl, and at the House of Blues in Hollywood, California. She has appeared in feature films such as Legally Blonde II and L.A. Story. Her many television credits include Late Night with David Letterman, Good Day LA, NYPD Blue, MTV, HBO, Comedy Central, The Learning Channel, and The Travel Channel.

Learn to In-Line Skate" ($29.95 + S&H) is available at www.skategreat.com , or checks can be made payable to Debbie Merrill, PO Box 3452, Santa Monica, CA 90408, Phone 888-866-6121.

Please Note: Debbie Merrill is available for interviews and appearances.
Please call 831-656-0553 to schedule.